March weather forecast
Letcher, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Letcher, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

March is marked by a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, climbing from a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is recorded in Letcher, South Dakota.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Letcher is 76%.

Rainfall

In Letcher, in March, during 7.2 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Letcher, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Letcher, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Letcher, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Letcher is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Letcher, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Letcher, South Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In Letcher, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Letcher during March?

In March, in Letcher, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Letcher?

The average relative humidity in March in Letcher, South Dakota, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Letcher in March?

In Letcher, in March, during 7.2 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Letcher?

In Letcher, South Dakota, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Letcher have in March?

The average day length in March in Letcher, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Letcher?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Letcher, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Letcher?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Letcher, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Letcher have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Letcher, South Dakota, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Letcher?

In Letcher, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Letcher, SD

Average temperature in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Letcher, SD

Average pressure in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Letcher, SD

Average wind speed in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Letcher, SD

Average humidity in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in March
Letcher, SD

Average rainfall in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in March
Letcher, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Letcher, SD

Average snowfall in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Letcher, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Letcher, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Letcher, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Letcher, SD

Average UV index in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Letcher, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Letcher, SD

Average visibility in March - Letcher, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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